Echo CS-500P

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
CHAIN SAW
WARNING
Read the instructions carefully and follow the rules for safe
operation.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
CS-500P
X750-017 71 0
X750 331-000 0
ECHO, INCORPORATED
400 Oakwood Road, Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047-1564
Phone : 847-540-8400
Printed in Japan 1012G 1541 ES

Echo CS-500P Specifications

General

Brand	Echo
Model	CS-500P
Category	Chainsaw
Language	English

Summary

Rules for Safe Operation

Kickback Safety Precautions

Precautions to prevent kickback injuries when operating the chain saw.

Other Safety Precautions

Nomenclature of Parts

Chainsaw Part Identification

Diagram and list of major external parts of the chain saw for identification.

Detailed Part Descriptions

Comprehensive explanation of each numbered part of the chainsaw.

Operator Safety

Health and Ergonomic Precautions

Correct Use of Chain Brake

Chain Brake Function and Safety Standards

Explanation of the chain brake's role in preventing kickback and compliance with safety standards.

Preparation for Use

Guide Bar and Saw Chain Installation

Adjusting Chain Tension

Proper Chain Tension Adjustment

Fuel and Lubricant

Fuel Mix and Oil Specifications

Requirements for gasoline and two-stroke oil, including mix ratios and quality standards.

Handling Fuel

Fueling, Storage, and Emission Control

Operation

Starting and Running Procedures

Guide to operating the chainsaw, including chain lubrication and controls.

Engine Starting Procedures

Cold and Warm Engine Starts

Running and Stopping

Chain Tension and Lubrication Checks

Cutting Instruction

General Cutting Safety and Techniques

Basic safety guidelines and techniques for effective and safe cutting.

Felling the Tree

Tree Felling Safety and Procedure

Step-by-step guide for safely felling a tree, including retreat paths.

Limbing and Bucking

Techniques for Limbing and Bucking Logs

Chain Brake Operation

Testing the Chain Brake Function

Automatic Chain Brake and Winter Operation

Winter Operation Adjustments

Maintenance and Care

Maintenance Intervals and Procedures

Schedule and guidelines for performing regular maintenance tasks on the chainsaw.

Carburetor Adjustment

Adjusting Engine Carburetor Settings

Setting the Saw Chain

Sharpening and Filing Saw Chains

Troubleshooting

Common Chainsaw Problems and Solutions